Strip Mining

May 10, 1986

LEGISLATION THAT would force phosphate companies to reclaim strip-mined land more quickly or face tougher penalties was unanimously approved Friday by the House. The bill (HB 1198) applies to other types of strip mining as well. Earlier this year state officials estimated that the phosphate industry was about 30,000 acres and $120 million behind in restoring strip-mined lands. Next: the Senate.